A closer look at the biggest achievements of Conor McGregor. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Conor McGregor is a highly successful Irish mixed martial artist and businessman. He achieved prominence in the UFC, becoming the first fighter to simultaneously hold titles in two weight classes (Featherweight and Lightweight). Prior to his UFC success, he was also a two-division champion in Cage Warriors. McGregor's achievements have solidified his status as one of the sport's biggest stars.
March 2008: First Professional MMA Bout
On 9 March 2008, McGregor had his first professional MMA bout, defeating Gary Morris with a second-round TKO.
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2011: Winning Streak Begins
During 2011, McGregor started an eight-fight winning streak.
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2012: CWFC Championships
During 2012, McGregor won both the CWFC Featherweight and Lightweight championships, becoming the first European professional mixed martial artist to hold titles in two divisions simultaneously.
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2012: CWFC Championship Wins
In 2012, McGregor won the vacant CWFC Featherweight and Lightweight Championships.
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February 2013: Signed with UFC
In February 2013, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) announced that they had signed McGregor to a multi-fight contract.
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April 2013: UFC Debut
On 6 April 2013, McGregor made his UFC debut against Marcus Brimage at UFC on Fuel TV: Mousasi vs. Latifi and won the fight by knockout in round one, earning "Knockout of the Night" award.
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August 2013: Fight Against Max Holloway
In August 2013, McGregor fought and won against Max Holloway by unanimous decision at UFC Fight Night 26. Following the bout, McGregor tore his ACL and required surgery.
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July 2014: Victory Against Diego Brandão
In July 2014, McGregor faced Diego Brandão at UFC Fight Night 46 and won the fight via TKO in the first round, earning his first Performance of the Night award.
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September 2014: Victory Against Dustin Poirier
On 27 September 2014, at UFC 178, McGregor faced Dustin Poirier and secured a victory early on in the first round via TKO, earning his second straight "Performance of the Night" award.
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January 2015: Victory Against Dennis Siver
In January 2015, McGregor faced Dennis Siver at UFC Fight Night 59 and won the fight via TKO in the second round, earning his third straight "Performance of the Night" award.
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November 2016: UFC Lightweight Championship Win
In November 2016, McGregor defeated Eddie Alvarez at UFC 205 and won the UFC Lightweight Championship, becoming the first to hold titles in two divisions simultaneously.
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2017: McGregor's Endorsement Deals
In 2017, Conor McGregor's endorsement deals rounded up to $7 million with brands such as Beats by Dre, Monster Energy, Reebok and Bud Light.
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2018: Forbes Ranking
In 2018, McGregor was ranked fourth on Forbes list, with a reported income of $99 million.
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January 2020: Victory Over Donald Cerrone
In January 2020, McGregor faced Donald Cerrone at UFC 246 and won the fight via technical knockout, earning a Performance of the Night award.
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2021: Sale of Majority Stake in Proper No. Twelve
In 2021, Conor McGregor and his business partners sold their majority stake in Proper No. Twelve company to Proximo Spirits for a reported $600 million.
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2021: Forbes' Highest-Paid Athlete
In 2021, McGregor was ranked as the world's highest-paid athlete by Forbes, earning a reported $180 million.
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